Wollongong·New South Wales

Port Kembla Beach

4.8232 reviews
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This sheltered cove delivers calm, crystal-clear waters ideal for families and snorkellers keen to explore vibrant rock pools teeming with marine life. The distinctive rock platforms framing the beach create natural barriers that protect swimmers while offering excellent snorkelling opportunities among colourful fish and sea creatures. With its consistently high visitor ratings, it's a beloved local gem combining safety with underwater adventure.

4.8
Rating
232
Reviews
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Photos
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Good to Swim

Pollution forecast for Port Kembla Beach

Source: Beachwatch NSW

Conditions Right Now

3.2ft
Wave Height
2.4ft SE
Swell
9.8s
Period

Wave direction: SE (133°) · Updated just now

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Facilities

Safe Swimming
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Toilets
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Showers
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Parking
Free
Accessible

Photos

Beach photo 1
Location
-34.4942, 150.9064

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What Visitors Say

4.8· 232 reviews
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W W

2 weeks ago

Hidden gem. Very accessible and had a fantastic view. The bathhouse doesn’t look as crowded as some others eg Newcastle. The beach itself is pretty long and stretched out.

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Anthony Leigh Dunstan

2 weeks ago

Port Kembla beach has come a long way. The vibe and facilities have improved exponentially from I was at high school in the 90s. Once a place for dodgy dealings and scuffles on the sand it now boasts…

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Yvette Hopper

2 years ago

If you're in the Illawarra, this is the best beach around! It is family friendly with places to snorkel or paddle, or play in the small waves with the kids or the big waves with the surfers. You can w…

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Sonia Torretta

11 months ago

Beautiful expansive beach! Dog-friendly, too. The swimming pool inside the pavilion is top notch and free of charge. Well worth a visit.

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John Francis Sammut

4 months ago

Perfect Beach. Great Olympic Pool. Definitely one of the nicest area on the south coast.

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